SIS50321
Diploma of Sport (Sport Development)
Victoria University, CRICOS No. 00124K (Melbourne) | 02475D (Sydney and Brisbane) | RTO 3113 | TEQSA No. PRV12152
Diploma of Sport
The SIS50321 Diploma of Sport is a hands-on, industry-aligned qualification delivered exclusively with the Western Bulldogs to turn your passion for sport into a career pathway. It’s designed as an exciting first step into tertiary study, to set you up for success by building practical skills, confidence and career clarity across the sport industry.
You’ll study at Mission Whitten Oval facilities, and Footscray Park campus with a blended mix of face-to-face and online learning, plus a 100-hour immersion experience within the Western Bulldogs business and with industry partners. The course suits school leavers and early career changers and supports pathways into further study at VU (including sport business, exercise science, events and screen media) or entry-level roles in sport, community and events.
COURSE INFORMATION
QUALIFICATION
tertiary study
start date
2027
duration
1 Year Full Time
fees
VET
delivery
Face to Face with eLearning
COURSE BROCHURE
DOWNLOAD
LOCATION
Footscray Park campus
COURSE STRUCTURE
Manage business risk
Unit code: BSBOPS504
Maintain work health and safety
Unit code: HLTWHS003
Lead and Manage people
Unit code: SITXHRM003
Manage meetings
Unit code: BSBTWK503
Develop and review budgets for activities or projects
Unit code: SISXFIN001
Manage legal compliance in sport and recreation
Unit code: SISXIND008
Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships
Unit code: SISXMGT001
Conduct a sport, fitness or recreation event
Unit code: SISXFAM006
Select and use technology for sport, fitness and recreation work
Unit code: SISXIND012
Manage projects
Unit code: SITXMGT06
Plan, conduct and review training and recovery programs
Unit code: SISXCAI008
Manage integrity in sport
Unit code: SISSSCO011
Administer event registrations
Unit code: SITEEVT021
Manage on-site event operations
Unit code: SITEEVT028
COURSE INCLUSIONS
Coursework
The course consists of units from Victoria University TAFE specifically curated to give graduates broad and relevant knowledge that applies across all sport, community and event industries.
Industry Experience
Students will spend over 100-hours in extra-curricular immersion expereinces in the Western Bulldogs business, across a range of department and departments, business and event disciplines, gaining unparalleled understanding of elite sport, event management and business functions delivering all four football programs (AFL, AFLW, VFLW and VFL) and other business events.
Masterclasses and guest speakers
Practical learning is complimented by Masterclasses fand Guest Speakers from key Western Bulldogs staff and industry professionals. The program also provides students networking opportunities to further develop industry understanding and future employment prospects
CORE FOCUSES
Event management
Planning and delivering sport and recreation experiences
Community sport
Exposure to participation initiatives and talent pathway programs
Sport science and high performance
What it takes to support elite environments
Sport business
Marketing, commercial partnerships, sponsorship management, fan engagement and customer experience
Course Outcomes & Pathways
Pathways
- Clear entry pathways into related areas of further study – Sport Business, Exercise Science, Screen Media, Events etc.
- Immediate entry level opportunities in sport and community industry – Membership Sales Officer, Event Coordinator, Fan Engagement Officer, Customer Experience Attendant, Game Development Officer
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
For complete information on Entrance Requirements visit the VU Course page.
As part of the application process, applicants must complete:
- Pre-training Review (PTR)
- LIteracy and numeracy (LN) assessment to determine suitability for admission
Meeting the minimum admission requirements for this course does not guarantee entry into this course.
Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess you education, and other relevant experience.
Credit transfer & Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
If you've completed units for this qualification at another institution, you can apply for a credit transfer with formal evidence to VU at no cost.
You can also have relevant work, study, or informal learning recognised through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), though an administrative fee applies.
Apply for credit transfer or RPL through the course application portal prior to enrolment. You'll need to submit the required VU form and supporting evidence.
TUITION FEES
TAFE fees vary, depending on how much the government contributes towards course costs (if anything). Payment of fees may be able to be deferred.